From January 2023- December 2023
Introduction:In the dynamic world of business, the role of a leader in shaping the work environment is pivotal. A healthy work environment not only promotes employee well-being but also significantly impactsproductivity and overall organizational success. However, in the pursuit of profit maximization, some leaders may inadvertently push their teams to overwork, neglecting the crucial aspect of recognizing and rewarding their …
In the contemporary landscape of the workplace, the intricate relationship between organisational culture and employee mental health has become subject of extreme importance. The traditional emphasis on productivity and efficiency is now complemented by a growing recognition of the profound influence that workplace culture exerts on the psychological well-being of employees. This is explored throughout the article by drawing on …
“Work-Life Balance” has been a trending word for the last few years, as it is a need of the hour. Humans have invented a lot of digital products to make our lives easy & quick, everything is automated in one click, still, we struggle to balance our personal & professional life & this digital era has become one of the …
When discussing corporate culture, Bridgewater Associates often emerges as a top choice among many individuals. Headquartered in a Connecticut town, Bridgewater is the largest hedge fund in the world and handles over 170$ billion in investments for governments, pension funds, universitates and charities. To gain insight into the organizational culture, here’s an email that Jim, a client adviser, sent to …
Humans are inherently social beings, and our need for social relationships is rooted in the quest for comfort, connection, and shared experiences. Social support encompasses the solace derived from a network of friends, family, colleagues, and others who stand by you during challenging times, acting as a shield against loneliness. Cobb (1976) defined social support as an individual’s perception that …
In the world of career growth, interpersonal skills are like important strands that weave together the insights from social and organizational psychology with the realities of working with others. This article looks at how these skills are essential for building a successful career, not just nice-to-have qualities. They play a crucial role in helping people work well together, communicate effectively, …
Group dynamics are crucial in every setting that involves the collaboration of people. Social psychology helps us decipher the corporate workplace in newfound ways and gives us an understanding of how people work. The synergy between organizational psychology and social psychology provides profound insights into how individuals interact within groups, and these interactions influence a team’s overall performance. Recently, working …
In the bustling corridors of a renowned corporation, a young, ambitious professional found himself at a career crossroads. Despite his hard work and dedication, his path to advancement seemed obscured, like a sailor lost in a foggy sea. Enter a seasoned executive with a wealth of experience and a keen eye for potential. Recognizing the young professional’s dilemma, she offered …
When Covid-19 pandemic hit us hard, posing significant health, economic, and social challenges, many companies across globe recommended their employees to take up the HBR online course on “Ernest Shackleton and his historic Endurance expedition”. Well, who is this Ernest Shackleton and how can his expedition help us with the unprecedented issues we faced with COVID-19? To understand this, let …
The process of social influence in organizations involves the demonstration of particular behavioral tactics and strategies by individuals to influence behavioral outcomes controlled by others in ways that maximize positive outcomes for the influencer and minimize negative outcomes. Social influence processes have a significant impact on organizational change. From an organizational development perspective, organizational change is “a set of Behavioral …
